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The Legend of Sleeping Bear (Legend (Sleeping Bear)) [Illustrated] (Hardcover)

by Kathy-Jo Wargin (Author), Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen (Illustrator)
4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (10 customer reviews)

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  • Hardcover: 43 pages
  • Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press; illustrated edition edition (19 Oct 1998)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 188694735X
  • ISBN-13: 978-1886947351
  • Product Dimensions: 27.9 x 24.1 x 1 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 1,107,181 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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In this retelling of an Ojibwe Indian tale, a mother bear loses sight of her two cubs as they all attempt to escape a forest fire by swimming across Lake Michigan.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A touching & thoughtful book for children and adults alike., 2 Dec 1998
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I was impressed by this book for many reasons and on many levels. For over 20 years our family has vacationed at Glen Lake and Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes. My children grew up hearing the legend, even adding their own little touches. Until now, there has never been a book that portrayed the legend with such eloquence and heart. You not only see and hear the story - but you feel it. I am also an elementary school librarian and I read this story to all of the 500 children in our building (grades K-4). Every child, without exception, was held spellbound with the telling and a few even shed some tears. And one teacher left the room sobbing at the recounting of the mother bear's endless love. This is truly a story for all ages.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Children cherish this story, 12 Aug 1999
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I bought this book for my small children during a recent vacation in Michigan. They loved it so much that I was forced to change our plans so we could visit Sleeping Bear Dunes with them! I would strongly recommend this book to anyone with small children who love magical stories. The book teaches about a parent's incredibly strong love for their children, as well as spurs interest in geography.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful, touching story..., 9 Jun 1999
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I had to hold back the tears while I read this story for the first time in the bookstore. It is a beautiful legend that will encourage you to think fondly of your family closest to heart. Well-written with incredible illustrations.
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5.0 out of 5 stars It's a story for EVERYONE, young, old, parent or child.
For a young child, the LEGEND OF SLEEPING BEAR brings assurance that Mama will always be watching. For us older (aging) children, the story resonates with the reminder of... Read more
Published on 5 Jan 1999

3.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful art, so-so writing
The illustrations make this book worthwhile.The writing is another story.

As a lover of the Great Lakes who grew up with The Legend of Sleeping Bear -- and, BTW, with a version... Read more

Published on 9 Dec 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars A story worth reading
In this story, of a daring escape and journey, a mother bear's touching loyalty and dedication to her cubs is shared. The Sleeping Bear was originally an Ojibwe legend. Read more
Published on 7 Dec 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful
We live in Upper Michigan- I got choked up half way through and had trouble reading it out loud. If you love Michigan you have to have this book.
Published on 3 Dec 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars a story of rebirth
This is a very moving story about a mother bear and her two cubs who swim across Lake Michigan to escape a fire in Wisconsin. Read more
Published on 16 Nov 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars This book is fantastic for all ages!
Mr. van Frankenhuyzen's artistry is intricately detailed and poignently enhances the moving storyline of The Legend of Sleeping Bear. Read more
Published on 14 Sep 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful book for kids AND adults!
A great story about a beautiful place with gorgeous illustrations. Highly recommended for kids of all ages. Read more
Published on 14 Jul 1998

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